Episode 60: From Burnout to Balance – A Transformative Journey with Eva Jungstein

In this compelling episode of The Conscious Hospitality Podcast, host David Arraya is joined by Eva Jungstein, a certified health coach, and former executive leader. Together, they explore a deeply personal and timely conversation on burnout, leadership, mental health, personal growth, and women empowerment—through the lens of Eva’s remarkable journey.

Born and raised in Bolivia, Eva pursued a high-powered career in PR and advertising, driven by ambition, cultural expectations, and the desire to prove her worth in competitive, high-performance environments. She lived and worked across global hubs including Buenos Aires, Barcelona, and Miami, ultimately landing a role at Edelman, one of the world’s leading communications firms. Yet despite outward success, Eva’s inner world was unraveling.

In this episode, Eva vulnerably shares how chronic stress, perfectionism, and external validation led her down the path of burnout—and how this pivotal crisis became the catalyst for profound transformation and healing. She opens up about the turning point that gave her the courage to walk away from the traditional definition of success and instead build a more intentional life rooted in self-care, coaching, and conscious leadership.

Listeners will gain deep insight into the invisible pressures women face in leadership, the emotional cost of constantly “proving oneself,” and the power of listening to your inner voice. Eva’s journey is a testament to the importance of redefining success through well-being, boundaries, and personal fulfillment—not just titles and achievements.

Whether you are navigating a career transition, experiencing burnout, or simply seeking more balance, authenticity, and purpose, this conversation will inspire and empower you to reconnect with yourself and lead from within.

Key themes and keywords explored in this episode include:Conscious Hospitality, Eva Jungstein, Burnout, Personal Growth, Women Empowerment, Career Transition, Mental Health, Leadership, Self-Care, and Coaching.

Highlights & Takeaways:

• ​Burnout as a wake-up call for self-discovery
• ​The role of societal and cultural expectations in shaping ambition
• ​Why many women sacrifice well-being for success—and how to reclaim it
• ​Lessons learned from toxic work environments
• ​Redefining identity after leaving a high-profile career
• ​The courage it takes to choose authenticity over achievement
• ​Coaching as a powerful tool for transformation
• ​Creating space for intentional living and sustainable leadership

Memorable Quotes:

“I felt a sense of freedom when I left my job.”“Life is about finding balance and self-trust.”“Finding courage to pursue dreams is essential.”

Chapters:00:00 – Introduction to Intentional Living02:54 – Early Life and Ambition05:36 – Cultural Influences and Expectations07:57 – Defining Success and Self-Worth10:40 – Career Decisions and Culinary Aspirations13:08 – Transition to PR and Advertising16:03 – Life in Buenos Aires and Barcelona18:45 – Moving to Miami and New Opportunities21:39 – Career at Edelman and Lessons Learned24:02 – Burnout and Redefining Success32:27 – Navigating Toxic Work Environments35:05 – The Impact of Burnout39:12 – Recognizing the Signs of Burnout43:15 – Finding Freedom After Leaving a Job49:40 – Building a New Identity55:01 – The Journey to Self-Discovery57:32 – Empowering Women to Thrive01:02:38 – Listening to Your Inner Voice

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